Match List-I (Beaches in India) with List-II (States) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists: List-I List-II (Beaches in India) (States) A. Gopnath Beach 1. Andhra Pradesh B. Lawsons Bay Beach 2. Kerala C. Devbagh Beach 3. Gujarat D. Sinquerim Beach 4. Goa 5. Karnataka Codes:
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- A5 4 2 1
- B3 1 5 4Correct
- C5 1 2 4
- D3 4 5 1
Explanation
The correct option is B because of the following geographical locations of the beaches:
A. Gopnath Beach is located in the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat. It is known for its scenic beauty and the Gopnath Mahadev Temple.
B. Lawsons Bay Beach is situated in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. it is a calm and serene stretch near the popular Ramakrishna Mission Beach.
C. Devbagh Beach is located in Karwar, Karnataka. It is famous for its golden sands and is situated near the confluence of the Kali River and the Arabian Sea.
D. Sinquerim Beach is a well known beach in North Goa. it is located just south of the famous Calangute beach and is home to the historic Aguada Fort.
Matching these locations gives the sequence 3 1 5 4.

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